Insert Wood Shims into Hole

What happens in this clip

Take one of the prepared wood shims and insert it into the glue-filled screw hole. Use a hammer to gently tap the shim into the hole until it is fully seated and excess wood breaks off flush with the surface of the hinge. The adhesive will help bond the shim to the surrounding wood, effectively reducing the hole's diameter and providing new material for the screw threads.

Goal: Fill the stripped hole with wood shims.

What's used

Tools

• Hammer

Materials

• Wood Shims/Chips

About the full video

This video provides a step-by-step guide on how to repair a stripped or enlarged screw hole in wood, specifically demonstrated on a wooden gate hinge. The method involves filling the hole with construction adhesive and wood shims (or chips) to create new material for the screw threads to grip, ensuring a secure and durable fix.

Step 4 of 7: Shim Gaps

Cut thin strips of wood (shims) to fit snugly into any gaps identified. Apply a small amount of wood glue to the shim and tap it gently into the gap with a hammer until it's secure. Trim any excess shim material flush with the surface.

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Other videos for this step

• Trim Excess Shim for a Flush Finish
• Shim the Low Spots